Revolutionary Mary: The True Story of One Woman, the Declaration of Independence, and America’s Fight for Freedom

Gr 3-5–Be ready to welcome a much-needed spotlight narrative on a woman who fought for free press and liberty. Mary Katharine Goddard printed and published newspapers and pamphlets in Maryland during the Revolutionary War. She had a tenacity and boldness about her professional work that was not commonly seen in women during the era. Goddard was tasked with the important mission of printing copies of the signed Declaration of Independence for wider distribution throughout the colonies and risked her own safety by signing her name as publisher to what was, of course, a treasonous document. The art enhances this tale tenfold by making readers feel and vicariously suffer the hard work Goddard endured. Every word used to emphasize the impact of Goddard’s work drives readers to know more. Important back matter gives helpful context to the life of Goddard and the printing business.